News of an enormous loss to the fruit community arrived this afternoon by email with a brief announcement from Lon's family that he has passed on and will no longer be receiving or responding to any letters.

I found Lon a very friendly man and always enjoyed chatting with and learning from him whenever our paths crossed - most often around HOS events. Lon's living legacy is writ large over my gardens and his influence will, I am sure, continue to shape my life and that of so many others in the times ahead. What a remarkable plantsman.

Tue Jan 31, 2012 5:45 pm

John S

Joined: Sun May 15, 2005 10:57 amPosts: 1406Location: Portland, OR

Re: Lon Rombough's passing

That's very sad news, Nick. I found Lon to not only be very helpful and kind, but also extremely knowledgeable about huge areas of growing fruit. He will be greatly missed. John SPDX OR

Tue Jan 31, 2012 7:04 pm

Nick R

Joined: Mon Mar 08, 2010 6:38 pmPosts: 31

Re: Lon Rombough's passing

And this just in from Lon's son.

This is Chris Rombough, one of Lon's sons.

If you are receiving this email, you are his friend, and I wanted to let you know what happened. I am sorry I could not inform each of you more personally. My dad died Monday afternoon of what was probably a heart attack. He was 62.

My dad was a great man. He was intelligent, kind, and always ready to help anyone in need. He loved his plants. His interest was endless and his passion was infectious. He was the bravest and the best man I have ever met, and he was my hero.

I want you all to know that he loved you, his friends and considered you all a great blessing.

If you know of anyone whom I have missed, please send this email to them.

Please don't send any more emails to this address. We won't be able to get them. If you would like, you may send them to my mom, Susan: suzierombough@gmail.com, or you may email me at: rambo2718@yahoo.com. (I should warn you in advance that I am not the best typer and that writing long emails is difficult for me, so please have patience).

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